4 takeaways as Celtics beat Knicks, Jayson Tatum goes off
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Key Points:
- The Boston Celtics defeated the New York Knicks 107-103 at TD Garden, improving their season record to 1-1 while the Knicks fell to 0-2.
- Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with a standout performance, scoring 36 points along with nine rebounds and seven assists, particularly dominating in the third quarter and clutch moments.
- The Celtics matched the Knicks' physicality and effectively contained Jalen Brunson, contributing to a closely contested game that Boston ultimately controlled in the second half.
- Paul George had a quieter night offensively with 15 points on 6-for-15 shooting but remained impactful defensively, showcasing his value beyond scoring.
- Boston demonstrated resilience following a tough season opener loss and will continue their home stand against the Chicago Bulls, aiming to build momentum early in the season.
